Caliper Hardware

2025 Audi Q3 PremiumSECTION Caliper Hardware
Condition Code Procedure
Bent A Require repair or replacement
Broken A Require repair or replacement
Corroded, affecting performance A Require repair or replacement
Dust boots on slider pin (bolt) missing C Require replacement of boots
Dust boots on slider pin (bolt) torn A Require replacement of boots
Missing C Require replacement
Shim (OE standard) missing C Require replacement
NOTE: Aftermarket shims may be suggested to reduce noise.
Shim bent A Require removal or replacement
NOTE: Removal is acceptable if shim is not OEM.
Shim out of position B Require removal or replacement
NOTE: Removal is acceptable if shim is not OEM.
Shim worn A Require removal or replacement
NOTE: Removal is acceptable if shim is not OEM.
Slider pin (bolt) bent A Require replacement of slider pin or bolt and lubricants
Slider pin (bolt) rust-pitted A Require replacement of slider pin or bolt and lubricants
Slider pin (bolt) worn A Require replacement of slider pin or bolt and lubricants
Threads damaged A Require repair or replacement
Threads stripped (threads missing) A Require replacement
Worn, affecting performance A Require replacement
RENDER: 1.0x

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